Flying from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport (ERZ): what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the departure points for your flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport (ERZ). Explore your options for leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), two of the city's main airports.
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 58 minutes.
Erzurum Airport is located in Erzurum. The city's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Erzurum Airport (ERZ), with 56 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to ERZ is the 05:30 Pegasus Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 19:05 with Pegasus Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to ERZ.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport (ERZ) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
If you plan to leave from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport with Turkish Airlines.
From central Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operates nonstop flights from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport (ERZ).
AJet offers direct flights from Istanbul to ERZ departing from SAW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to ERZ, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Erzurum Airport (ERZ)
Consider checking in to Hotel Zade after touching down from your flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport. It's a quick drive from ERZ and a good option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Getting from Erzurum Airport (ERZ) to central Erzurum
From Erzurum Airport, Erzurum is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport (ERZ)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport from P2,362 or travel return from just P4,680. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to ERZ if you book 7 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares on this route are usually at their lowest.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport (ERZ)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Erzurum, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Istanbul to ERZ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Erzurum, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -15ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Erzurum
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Erzurum:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Three Tombs, Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque and Safari Akvaryum Kongre Toptan ¶kende are must-visits when exploring Erzurum.
Complete your Erzurum trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Istanbul to Erzurum Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Erzurum and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.